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There is no easier way to bring life into a room than by adding a vase of beautiful fresh flowers. The smell and vibrant colors will not only add interest to your space, but has been proven to be linked to health benefits such as reduced stress and anxiety, and an increase in life satisfaction. I'm here working on thank you cards for all of the friends and family who have been so supportive since my father passed on July 20th. Fresh flowers and natural sunlight has been such a mood booster in my life!
New York City floral and garden designer Rebecca Cole, host of Discovery Channel’s Surprise by Design, shares her floral design experience and offers the following tips on how to enhance your space and your mood with florals (with a few of my own additions).
1. WAM BAM POW! To make a big “wow” statement, choose lots of one type of flower. Take off the leaves below the waterline and place flowers in a big jug, teapot, coffee tin or water pitcher for a burst of cheer. Select surprising color combinations to make a bold statement.
2. Unconventional, Un-Vase! Cut flower stems short and place flowers in interesting or everyday kitchen containers such as tea tins, jelly jars, salt and pepper shakers or even pretty wine glasses. Pick something to match your personal style.
3. Color Me Please! For a simple, pleasing effect, try red and purple stems in grouped vases or use monochromatic flowers from one color family to create tranquility in your space.
4. Sunny Days Sweeping The Clouds Away! Rebecca suggest choosing citrus-colored flowers for a sunny feeling. Place a bud vase holding a few stems of yellow and orange blooms inside a bowl filled with oranges. Or try placing a narrow vase of flowers inside a wider, but equally tall, vase. Fill the larger vase with lemons or limes to surround the smaller vase for a fresh look.
5. Accentual Allure! Play off of accent colors in your kitchen to bring a splash of color with flowers. Look around and match flowers to decorative wall plates, place mats, or curtains to pull out key accent colors.
See these lovely examples for inspiration!
New York City floral and garden designer Rebecca Cole, host of Discovery Channel’s Surprise by Design, shares her floral design experience and offers the following tips on how to enhance your space and your mood with florals (with a few of my own additions).
1. WAM BAM POW! To make a big “wow” statement, choose lots of one type of flower. Take off the leaves below the waterline and place flowers in a big jug, teapot, coffee tin or water pitcher for a burst of cheer. Select surprising color combinations to make a bold statement.
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| I love my flowers! Added a purple lace bow to contrast the lush yellows! Photo via The Design Hall Interiors |
2. Unconventional, Un-Vase! Cut flower stems short and place flowers in interesting or everyday kitchen containers such as tea tins, jelly jars, salt and pepper shakers or even pretty wine glasses. Pick something to match your personal style.
3. Color Me Please! For a simple, pleasing effect, try red and purple stems in grouped vases or use monochromatic flowers from one color family to create tranquility in your space.
4. Sunny Days Sweeping The Clouds Away! Rebecca suggest choosing citrus-colored flowers for a sunny feeling. Place a bud vase holding a few stems of yellow and orange blooms inside a bowl filled with oranges. Or try placing a narrow vase of flowers inside a wider, but equally tall, vase. Fill the larger vase with lemons or limes to surround the smaller vase for a fresh look.
5. Accentual Allure! Play off of accent colors in your kitchen to bring a splash of color with flowers. Look around and match flowers to decorative wall plates, place mats, or curtains to pull out key accent colors.
See these lovely examples for inspiration!
